Value Stream Manager

About the role

Emerson Flow Control is seeking a Value Stream Manager to lead one of the manufacturing value streams at its flagship North Texas facility in Sherman, Texas. In this highly visible leadership role you will shape strategy, influence results, and lead a talented team in a high‑mix, configure‑to‑order environment. You will be responsible for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) while driving Lean transformation, developing future leaders, and partnering across Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing Technology, and Customer Service to deliver exceptional results for customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead Value Stream Operations: Oversee end‑to‑end manufacturing operations—including machining, assembly, testing, and supporting functions. Own SQDCP performance and drive schedule attainment, operational flow, throughput, and customer delivery performance.
• Lead Operational Excellence: Implement and sustain the Emerson Lean Operating System. Champion daily management, visual management, standard work, problem solving, and continuous improvement. Eliminate waste and improve productivity through Lean principles and data‑driven decision making.
• Manage Business Performance: Develop operating plans aligned with customer demand and the SIOP process. Optimize labor, inventory, equipment, and capital resources. Deliver productivity, cost, capacity, and financial performance objectives.
• Develop High‑Performing Teams: Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, planners, engineers, and other value‑stream leaders. Build a culture of accountability, engagement, continuous learning, and succession planning.
• Partner Across the Business: Collaborate with Materials, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Technology, Quality, Maintenance, Customer Service, and other functions to remove constraints and improve operational performance. Support new product introductions, capital projects, and manufacturing process improvements while ensuring operational readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field (or 8 years of experience in discrete manufacturing in lieu of a degree).
• Minimum 4 years of manufacturing leadership experience in a discrete manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading high‑mix, configure‑to‑order manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence principles.
• Proven experience leading supervisors and cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem‑solving skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States (visa sponsorship will not be provided).

Preferred qualifications

• Master’s degree or MBA.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with Oracle ERP.
• Experience in industrial equipment, valves, or other complex manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated success leading value‑stream or operational transformations.

Benefits

• Flexible, competitive benefits plans.
• Medical insurance options with dental and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs.
• Flexible time‑off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.

Location

The position is based in Sherman, Texas—a family‑friendly community an hour north of the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. Sherman offers affordable living, short commutes, and a growing array of restaurants, shopping, entertainment, healthcare, and housing. The nearby Dallas–Fort Worth area provides world‑class dining, professional sports, live entertainment, and international travel via DFW Airport. Outdoor recreation is abundant, with Lake Texoma offering boating, fishing, camping, and year‑round activities.

About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software, helping customers in critical industries such as life sciences, energy, power, chemicals, and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably and efficiently. The company emphasizes collaboration, diversity, and continuous learning, offering award‑winning employee development programs, mentorship, and leadership opportunities. Emerson is committed to an inclusive culture where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to make a lasting impact.